Snapshot Highlights
- Over two decades of dedicated experience in Medical Oncology and Internal Medicine.
- Expertise in founding and leading prominent Medical Oncology departments and clinics.
- Extensive research contributions with numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals.
- Key member and board participant in significant medical oncology associations.
- Recognized for academic leadership as a Professor and Faculty Member.
Dr. ARICAN ALI
Professional Experience
Dr. Arican Ali brings a distinguished career spanning over two decades in Medical Oncology and Internal Medicine, marked by significant leadership roles and a commitment to advancing cancer care. His experience includes pivotal positions such as Founder and Head of the Medical Oncology Department at Inonu University Faculty of Medicine, and Head of the Internal Medicine Department at the same institution. Prior to this, he was instrumental in establishing and leading the Medical Oncology Clinic at Ankara Etlik Specialized Hospital for the Ministry of Health. His foundational work also extends to being the Founder and Deputy Chairman of the Department of Medical Oncology at Başkent University Faculty of Medicine. He also served as a Medical Oncology Specialist at Başkent University Hospital. His dedication to the field led him to his current role at Acıbadem Health Group, further solidifying his extensive practice. He also held positions as a Professor and Faculty Member at Mersin University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine.
Education
Dr. Arican Ali’s robust educational background has equipped him with comprehensive expertise in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology. He completed his advanced studies as a Professor in the Department of Internal Medicine at Inonu University Faculty of Medicine from 2007 to 2009. His specialization in Medical Oncology was further developed through his tenure as an Associate Professor in the Department of Medical Oncology at Başkent University Hospital (2000-2001) and as an Assistant Professor in the same department (1999-2000). He earned his qualification in Medical Oncology from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine in 1997, building upon his foundation in Internal Medicine from the same esteemed institution in 1993. He completed his foundational medical degree at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine in 1987.
Professional Affiliations and Memberships
A respected figure in the medical community, Dr. Arican Ali holds active memberships in numerous prestigious national and international organizations. These include the American Society of Clinical Oncology and the European Society for Medical Oncology. He is a valued member of various specialized associations such as the Lymphoma-Myeloma Association, where he has served on the Board, the Medical Oncology Group Association, the Turkish Lung Cancer Association, the Ankara Breast Diseases Association, and the Gastrointestinal Oncology Association, notably as a Founding Member. His involvement underscores his commitment to collaborative advancements in cancer treatment and research.
Research and Publications
Dr. Arican Ali is a prolific contributor to the field of oncology, with a significant body of published research. His work has explored critical areas such as the prognostic value of HER2 expression in pancreatic and biliary tree cancers, the epidemiology of colorectal cancer in Turkey, and the clinicopathological features of primary extranodal non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. He has also contributed to discussions on the state of clinical trials in oncology in Turkey and the management of bone metastasis in breast cancer patients. His publications also delve into the challenges of nephrotoxicity associated with cancer treatments and rare oncological presentations, reflecting a broad spectrum of investigative interest and expertise in advancing medical knowledge.